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Ethics Committee asks DA, TN Comptroller to investigate Rutherford Property Assessor
Rutherford County's District Attorney General and the Tennessee Comptroller should investigate an employee complaint against Property Assessor Rob Mitchell and his management, the county Ethics Committee decided Wednesday. Commissioner Robert Peay Jr. called for the unanimous 5-0 vote after saying he and his fellow committee members lack the resources to investigate the accusations...
Storm Team 11: Rain and storms today
Into the afternoon as a cold front moves through the region. Highs will finally stay below 90 with low 80s in the Tri-Cities, 70s in the mountains. Moisture returns Friday night into Saturday with another round of widespread showers and storms on Saturday. Scattered showers and storms will continue to develop Sunday afternoon and evening.
Is the Tennessee river safe to swim in? Local riverkeeper weighs in
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - With concerns on the quality of the Seine River in Paris, some questions are being raised in our own backyard. David Whiteside, the founder of Tennessee River Keeper said to avoid swimming for up to three days after it rains. The runoff into the Tennessee River can carry any bacteria the rain may touch.
Tennessee campaign finance official questions AG’s Office investigation
A Tennessee Registry of Election Finance board member is criticizing an Attorney General’s Office investigation into two Constitutional Republicans groups, challenging the veracity of its report and raising questions about possible bias. “They did not do even a remotely close to thorough investigation. They just went through the motions,” Registry board member Tom Lawless said […] The post Tennessee campaign finance official questions AG’s Office investigation appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Meet the 2024 All-West Tennessee track and field teams, including athletes of the year
Adrian Crawford started his track career last season without a clue of what he wanted to do. Union City coach Wade Maddox worked with Crawford to figure out which events he was good at and which he needed work with heading into his freshman year in 2023. “Most of them...
Daily Briefing: Tennessee whiskey Nearest Green's incredible growth
Hi! Welcome to another Wednesday edition of the Daily Briefing. Here's what you need to know to start your day. Tennessee whiskey Nearest Green's incredible growth The improbable rise of Nearest Green Distillery and the history of its namesake, a Black man in the South who helped Jack Daniel distill his famous whiskey, unfurls...
New donation box adorns the foyer of City Hall
Upon entering City Hall in downtown Mountain City, the first thing visitors will notice is the newly erected donation box gracing the foyer. The large chest has been designated as the drop off location for people wanting to donate items in support of the animals currently housed at Animal Control.
Federal appeals court dismisses lawsuit over Tennessee's anti-drag show ban
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal appeals court on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit challenging first-in-the-nation law designed to place strict limits on drag shows, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the statute unconstitutional and blocked its enforcement in part of the state. The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Memphis-based LGBTQ+ theater company that filed the complaint last year lacked the legal right to sue over the law. Friends of George’s had alleged that the law would negatively affect them because they produce “drag-centric performances, comedy sketches, and plays” with no age restrictions. However, the federal appeals court found that Friends of George’s was not at risk of violating the 2023 law because its performances were not “harmful to minors.”
After severe heat in Knoxville, cooler temperatures and rain are on the way
As scorching hot weather hit Knoxville and East Tennessee over the past few weeks, you probably wondered when the heat wave would end. Good news is on the horizon, along with rain clouds and cooler weather, as the temperature this week is finally expected to drop into the mid to lower 80s.
Former Knoxville bishop's 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom mansion sells for $1.4 million
Former Knoxville Bishop Richard Stika was often criticized for being imperious and extravagant. His most visible legacy is the construction he spearheaded of the $30.8 million Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus in Knoxville, which was inspired by the Florence cathedral and towers 144 feet above Northshore Drive. Less well known was Stika's Knoxville home, a place notable for how far more luxurious it is than those occupied by many Catholic leaders.
Habitat enhancements offer new behind-the-scenes views of Grandfather Mountain’s resident cougars
LINVILLE, N.C. – Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has added behind-the-scenes habitat cameras and a new kiosk with television screens at its cougar overlook, enhancing visitors’ experience and their chance to see these elusive animals. Cougars are crepuscular, meaning they...
Oak Ridge Philharmonia presents two free concerts in August
The Oak Ridge Philharmonia will present two free POPS concerts in August in Oak Ridge and Knoxville. “We hope you can join us for a generous portion of very enjoyable and inspiring music,” a press release said. Musical performances will include:. Aaron Copland: Variations on a Shaker Melody (from...
Fomer USC receiver Bru McCoy is part of an NCAA eligibility drama
Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Bru McCoy, who once played for USC, could be granted an additional season of elibility by the NCAA. The US Department of Justice ruled the NCAA couldn’t enforce their transfer eligbility rules that forced an athlete to sit out for a season before beginning their career with a new program. McCoy was projected to enter the 2024 NFL draft efore suffering a lower leg injury against the South Carolina Gamecocks on September 30. Now he’ll be one of the top targets for quarterback Nico Iamaleava, who earned the Citrus Bowl MVP in his first start in the Vols’ 35-0 win...
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